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Amadikwu For Burial ‘Morrow
The remains of late Chief Collins Sunday Amadikwu of Nkarahia Isiokpo in the Ikwerre Local Government Area is to be laid to rest on Saturday, the 12th of December, 2009.
According to the burial programme made available to newsmen in Port Harcourt the body leaves Isiokpo General Hospital Mortuary to his residence, Amadikwu Compound Isiokpo on Friday 11th December, 2009, where it will lie in state.
The programme said that there will be all night Christian wake keep from 9.pm till down, this will be followed by interment on Saturday 12th December, 2009.
Chief Amadikwu is survived by his wife, Mrs. Gold Esther Amadikwu, five children and others.
The programme signed by Ogundu Confidence Amadikwu said that the deceased was until his death a teacher, who had taught in several schools in Ikwerre land. He was 82 years old.
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Motor Spare Parts, Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union Swears Gets New Chairman in Port Harcourt
The Owhonda Dickson Motor Spare Parts and Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union operating in Ikoku Port Harcourt, Rivers state has sworn in Mr. Cyril Igbokwe, popularly known as Onyeoma Cy, as its new Chairman.
The brief swearing _in ceremony was held at the union office in Port Harcourt, last Wednesday
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Igbokwe expressed gratitude for the trust and confidence his members had shown in him, despite his perceived educational background compared to others. , “I feel very happy to be the chairman of this great union in this great market. I’m proud of my executives for demonstrating commitment and cooperation.” Notably, the executives raised over ?1 million for the inauguration ceremony within an hour.
The new Chairman promised to tackle key challenges facing the union, including security and indiscipline. He vowed to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor, who he praised for excellent performance, and aimed to possibly do better.
Mr. Igbokwe emphasized maintaining a robust relationship with the host community and conducting his affairs within the ambit of the law.
In his remarks,the Electoral Committee Chairman’, Igwe Amobichukwu Eze Okorie, assured that the elections were conducted in a free, fair, and credible manner. Despite facing challenges such as non-compliance with guidelines and unfounded propaganda campaigns, no formal protest letters had been received.
Also speaking, the Women’s Leader, Lolo Nkechinyere Okolie, expressed faith in the new Chairman, citing his integrity and experience. She highlighted her role in ensuring women’s voices are counted in the union and vouched for the credibility of the election, noting that Mr. Igbokwe was the popular choice among members.
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